JOB DETAILS
Commercial Litigator
Seniority level
Mid-Level Associate
Location
Brisbane
Employment Type
Full Time
Role Type
On-Site
About Us
GRM LAW is a boutique Brisbane firm punching well above its weight. We act for private and listed companies, high net worth families, managed funds, leading private equity funds and national brands across banking & finance, energy & resources, technology, allied health, veterinary, childcare, hospitality and property. Our founder is an Accredited Specialist in Business Law (Qld), recognised in Doyle’s, Lawyers Weekly and the Global Fund Awards.
We’re growing — and we want a senior commercial litigator to lead and build out our disputes practice.
Role Description
This is a genuine senior appointment with a clear path to partnership for the right person. You will:
- Run your own complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters end-to-end — Supreme Court, Federal Court, QCAT and arbitration
- Advise on contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, banking & finance enforcement, property and mortgage litigation, corporate and director disputes, restructuring and insolvency, and IP enforcement
- Work directly alongside the Principal and our transactional partners on contentious aspects of M&A, capital raising and funds management matters
- Mentor junior lawyers and help shape the culture of the disputes team
- Build your own client following with the full backing of an established, well-regarded brand
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years’ PQE in commercial litigation at a recognised commercial or top-tier firm (we’re flexible — quality over years)
- Admitted to practice in Queensland (or eligible for admission)
- Genuine technical strength across Court rules, evidence and commercial drafting
- Commercial judgment — you can read a P&L, see the deal behind the dispute and give clients advice they can actually use
- Confident running your own files and matters with minimal oversight
- Existing client relationships or a credible plan to develop them is highly regarded
- Aspiration to partnership
What We Offer
- Above-market remuneration package, structured to reward performance
- Genuine partnership pathway — not a holding pattern
- Direct access to sophisticated transactional work and the clients behind it
- Collegiate team, low ego
- Brisbane premium CBD office, flexible/hybrid working
- Real autonomy from day one
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter through by submitting your application down below. All approaches will be treated in strict confidence. Direct applicants only — no agencies at this stage. GRM LAW is an equal opportunity employer.
Why Join GRM LAW
High‑Calibre Work, Real Responsibility
We act on complex corporate, banking & finance and property matters for private lenders, developers, funds and growth businesses. From early on you’ll work on transactions and disputes that actually matter to clients – not just background research – with clear ownership of pieces of work and exposure to the full lifecycle of a matter.
Boutique Team, Direct Partner Access
GRM LAW is deliberately lean. You work closely with Gavin and senior lawyers, not in a large anonymous team. That means faster learning, direct feedback on your work and a genuine say in how matters are run and how the practice evolves over time.
Growth, Mentoring & Commercial Exposure
We look for people who want to build long‑term careers in corporate, banking & finance and property law with a strong commercial mindset. You’ll receive structured mentoring, opportunities to see how clients make decisions, and support to develop both your technical skills and your judgement as an adviser.